Campaigns
Our annual report tells a story of a very successful year despite a difficult year. It contains statistics including client financial gains, case studies, volunteer and staff profiles and client testimonials which demonstrate the hard work and contribution of our staff and volunteers.…
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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced that the Scottish Child Payment will be doubled to £20 per week per child from April 2022. There are more than 106,000 children aged under 6 currently living in households that receive payments. The payment…
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The Scottish Government’s next benefit, Adult Disability Payment, will open for new applications in pilot areas from 21 March 2022.Adults of working age with a disability or health condition, who are not already in receipt of Disability Living Allowance (DLA)…
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D&G Citizens Advice launches bid to help local people with soaring energy bills. Dumfries & Galloway Citizens Advice Service (D&G CAS) is joining other bureaux across Scotland to help people with soaring energy bills this winter. The Big Energy Saving…
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D&G HandyVan are based in Lockerbie but cover the whole of the Dumfries and Galloway region and are funded to provide the Small Repair and Home Support Service. The Scottish Government has announced new Smoke and Heat Alarm Legislation coming…
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The Carer’s Allowance Supplement (Scotland) Bill has been unanimously approved by Scottish Parliament. It means that if you get Carer’s Allowance then you will receive a double payment of £462.80 this winter. Find out more here.
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At Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service (DAGCAS), we are always on the lookout for new volunteers to help keep our service a thriving one. Full training is given, and there are roles beyond advice-giving, such as administration and social…
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